Fort Reno Christmas Guns   - Dec 21, 2013

Historic Fort Reno
El Reno, OK 73036
Phone: 405-262-3987  405-826-6426
Fax: 405-262-0133
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Quite literally a blast from the past, Fort Reno Christmas Guns is a tradition brought here by German immigrants. The discharging of firearms such as cannons and guns was believed to dispel evil spirits in preparation for the upcoming holiday. Come and celebrate this historic tradition with a visit to this year's Fort Reno Christmas Guns celebration held at Historic Fort Reno.  Honor this timeless tradition plucked from German and American folklore with storytelling, good food and a visit from Santa.

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  • General Information: Free admission

  • Highway Corridors (within 5 mi.): I-40, Route 66, US-81

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Saturday

2:00 pm

4:00 pm

Located 4 miles west of El Reno.

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Karen Nix




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